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Wild strawberries.

Wild Strawberry Jam with Sudachi Recipe

Crafting artisanal jams a la Christine Ferber, integrating French finesse with Japanese nuances: delve into wild strawberry jam with sudachi infusion.

Alpine strawberry, jam, strawberry jam, Sudachi, イチゴ
Japanese akasu vinegar made from sake lees used to make ponzu vinegar.

The Ultimate Ponzu Sauce Recipe (Zuboraya)

Discover the intricacies of crafting authentic ponzu sauce, from its citrusy tang to savory depths, and unravel the legacy of Zuboraya’s renowned recipe.

Japanese Recipe, Zuboraya, ポン酢
Wild Shima Aji sold at a market in japan.

The Taste Of Farmed vs Wild Shima Aji

Farmed vs. wild Shima Aji: How diet and environment shape flavor. Explore nuances of fish farming’s impact on taste.

farmed, Shima Aji, Sushi, wild, 天然, 養殖
High quality tempura served at a Japanese restaurant.

The Science Behind The Perfect Tempura

Learn the science behind making perfect tempura with tips on batter composition, oil selection, and cooking techniques for crispy results.

Crispy, deep frying, gluten, Japanese, Oigen
Pufferfish milt that has been skewered and grilled over charcoal before mixing into a drink.

Hirezake and Fugu Milt Sake Recipe

Delve into the world of pufferfish delicacies with Hirezake and Fugu Milt Sake recipes, paying homage to Osaka’s iconic Zuboraya restaurant.

Fugu, Hirezake, Pufferfish, Sake, づぼらや, ひれ酒, 日本料理龍吟, 白子酒, 虎河豚
A restaurant sized can of sushi rice Miola improver.

Sushi Rice Improver (Otuka Miola) Review

Dive into the world of sushi rice perfection with Otuka Miola rice improver. Discover how this enzymatic powder elevates your rice cooking experience.

donabe, Miola, rice, ミオラ, 炊飯ミオラ
umeboshi that is soaking in it's own juice after pressing.

5-year Aged Umeboshi Recipe

Explore the art of traditional Japanese fermentation with our 5-year Aged Umeboshi Recipe, meticulously crafted for exceptional flavor and longevity.

apricots, Fermentation, lactic acid fermentation, Lacto-fermentation, shiso, Umeboshi
Chestnut rice cooked in a traditional Japanese clay pot.

Donabe Chestnut Rice Recipe

Discover the allure of Donabe Chestnut Rice—a unique recipe blending the seasonal delight of fresh chestnuts with new harvest rice

Black sesame, Chestnut, New Rice, 新米, 栗ご飯
A traditional wire mesh sesame seed roaster used in a Japanese restaurant.

How To Toast Sesame Seeds Over a Fire

Learn the art of toasting sesame seeds with precision and care, elevating your dishes with a delightful nutty aroma.

Sesame Seeds, toaster, ごま, 炒り方

Akadashi Miso Soup Recipe

Discover the secrets behind Akadashi miso soup: from its rich flavor to the meticulous process of making the perfect stock.

Akadashi, kujo negi, Miso, Miso Soup, soup, 九条ねぎ, 味噌汁, 赤だし

TheJapaneseFoodLab Equipment

Explore the photography gear and setup behind The Japanese Food Lab’s stunning images.

Carl Zeiss, Distagon, Leica, M10, MS-Optical, MS-Optics, Sonnetar
Japanese kimosui soup typically served with grilled unagi.

Unagi/Eel liver Soup Recipe (Kimosui)

Explore the culinary tradition of using every part of an animal in Japanese cuisine with this Unagi Liver Soup (Kimosui) recipe.

eel soup, Kimosui, liver, unadon, Unagi, unaju, うなぎ, 肝吸い, 鰻丼

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